Press Brake Operator (PPG#337609)

Barton Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Press Brake Set-Up professional to prepare tooling and equipment for production runs of fabricated metal parts in our Aurora, IL facility.

You will read and interpret engineering drawings, perform basic press brake and related machine setups, and ensure quality through in-process inspections. You will also train new operators, follow safety procedures, and complete production reporting.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Capable of basic press brake setups and related machinery.
• Experience in quality inspections and using measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up tooling and equipment for production runs.
• Perform basic press brake setups and related machine setups.
• Read and interpret drawings and inspect finished parts.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO and keep work area organized.
• Complete production/labor reporting and assist training of new operators.

Skills

Press brake setup

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Production reporting

Training & mentoring

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Pay:$25–$27 per hour Hours: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM Schedule: Full-Time, DIRECT HIRE

Position Summary

Our client, a leading global designer and manufacturer of audiovisual solutions, is seeking an experienced Press Brake Set-Up professional to prepare tooling and equipment for production runs of fabricated metal parts.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up tooling and equipment for production runs.
• Perform basic press brake setups, including 90-degree bends.
• Perform basic setups on punch presses, drill presses, tube threading, and single-head tapping equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Use measuring equipment to complete accurate machine setups and inspect finished parts.
• Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and all applicable safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly labeled tool area.
• Complete production/labor reporting using computer systems.
• Assist with training new and temporary machine operators.
• Communicate effectively with employees and other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.